Orthodontic practices near NE28
On our practice register: 27 practices within 5 miles of NE28, 42 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is Grange Road West Dental Practice in Wallsend, 1.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Road West Dental PracticeWallsend | 1.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (96 reviews) |
| Alpha Dental Care - NHS Dentist StocktonWallsend | 2.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (111 reviews) |
| New Smile CompanyNorth Shields | 2.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (18 reviews) |
| Verne Road Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 2.3 miles east | – | – | – | 3.6 (58 reviews) |
| Windmill North Tyneside OrthodonticsNewcastle upon Tyne | 2.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (98 reviews) |
| WINDMILL ORTHODONTICSNewcastle upon Tyne | 2.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Alma Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 2.9 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (96 reviews) |
| Osborne OrthodonticsNorth Shields | 3.0 miles east | – | – | – | 3.9 (40 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NE28 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wallsend, 1.8 miles south-east; the next are North Shields (2.3 miles east) and Newcastle upon Tyne (2.8 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wallsend | 2 | 1.8 miles south-east |
| North Shields | 4 | 2.3 miles east |
| Newcastle upon Tyne | 2 | 2.8 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of NE28
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Alma Dental Practice in North Shields (5.0 from 96 reviews), 2.9 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alma Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 5.0 (96 reviews) | 2.9 miles east |
| Alpha Dental Care - NHS Dentist StocktonWallsend | 4.9 (111 reviews) | 2.1 miles south |
| Grange Road West Dental PracticeWallsend | 4.7 (96 reviews) | 1.8 miles south-east |
| Windmill North Tyneside OrthodonticsNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.6 (98 reviews) | 2.8 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NE28
NE28 is 1.8 miles from Grange Road West Dental Practice in Wallsend, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 42 practices, and within 20 there are 53.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Windmill North Tyneside Orthodontics (2.8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 3 of the practices around NE28 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around NE28 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Grange Road West Dental Practice in Wallsend, 1.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 4 miles away.
NE28 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Tyneside |
| NHS dental services | NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 26.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,315 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 34% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 34.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,992 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Burnside College — 0.4 miles Churchill Academy — 0.6 miles Walker Riverside Academy — 1.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 14 schools, about 14,088 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 83 schools, 30,934 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Grange Road West Dental Practice, Wallsend — 2 miles New Smile Company, North Shields — 2 miles Windmill North Tyneside Orthodontics, Newcastle upon Tyne — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 42 within 10 miles, 53 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NE31, NE27, NE32, NE6, NE12, NE29, NE7, NE25 |
Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Braces and aligners in the NE28 area
Most NE28 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for NE28 is Benton Square.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NE28
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NE28?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NE28 is Grange Road West Dental Practice in Wallsend, about 1.8 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Alpha Dental Care - NHS Dentist Stockton (2.1 miles) and New Smile Company (2.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NE28?
Our register has 27 practices within 5 miles of NE28, 42 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NE28?
The nearest practice to NE28 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Grange Road West Dental Practice in Wallsend, about 1.8 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Alpha Dental Care - NHS Dentist Stockton (2.1 miles) and Windmill North Tyneside Orthodontics (2.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the NE28 postcode district?
Places in or next to NE28 include Benton Square, Bigges Main, Palmersville, Backworth, Shiremoor, Killingworth Village, West Holywell and East Holywell.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NE28 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Benton Square, North Tyneside, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near NE28 online?
Yes — a photo-based assessment returns treatment options and pricing signals without an initial in-person appointment.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.